Cro-Magnon 1 fossil skull C016 / 5882
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Cro-Magnon 1 fossil skull C016 / 5882
Cro-Magnon 1 fossil skull. Cast of a fossil of the skull of a male aged around 45 years of age. It dates from around 28, 000 years ago, and was found in the Dordogne region in southern France in 1868. Cro-Magnons were an early European culture of modern humans (Homo sapiens sapiens). A study carried out in 2010 found that this specimens cranium (and hence brain) was around a fifth larger than human brains today. Natural History Museum, London, UK
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This print showcases the remarkable Cro-Magnon 1 fossil skull, a significant discovery in the field of anthropology and human evolution. The cast is an accurate representation of the original skull belonging to a male individual who lived approximately 28,000 years ago. Unearthed in the picturesque Dordogne region of southern France back in 1868, this ancient relic provides invaluable insights into our ancestral past. The Cro-Magnons were an early European culture of Homo sapiens sapiens, or modern humans. A groundbreaking study conducted in 2010 revealed that this particular specimen possessed a cranium nearly one-fifth larger than present-day human brains. This revelation sheds light on the evolutionary development and potential cognitive abilities of our predecessors. Displayed against a striking black background, this profile view allows us to marvel at the intricate details preserved within this single bone fossil. The expertly crafted cast brings history to life and invites contemplation about our shared origins. Housed within London's esteemed Natural History Museum, this artifact stands as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge about its own past. It serves as a reminder that we are part of an extraordinary lineage stretching back thousands upon thousands of years—a connection between prehistoric times and our present existence. With its rich historical significance and profound implications for understanding human fossils and early humans' lives, this photograph encapsulates both scientific curiosity and awe-inspiring wonderment at our collective heritage.
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